Discuss NFPA CFI-I Exam Topic 3 Question 23

In a low hazard occupancy, what is the maximum allowable travel distance to a Class A portable fire extinguisher?

A30 ft (9.1 m)

B50 ft (15.2 m)

C75 ft (22.8 m)

D100 ft (30.5 m)

Suggested Answer: C

The maximum allowable travel distance to a Class A portable fire extinguisher in a low hazard occupancy is governed by NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers.

Class A hazards involve ordinary combustibles such as paper, wood, cloth, and certain plastics.

In low hazard occupancies (e.g., office buildings, schools), where the fire risk is minimal, the maximum travel distance to a Class A extinguisher is 75 feet (22.8 meters).

The 75-foot distance ensures that fire extinguishers are readily accessible in the event of a fire while maintaining practicality for building layouts.

30 ft (A) applies to more hazardous areas with specific requirements.

50 ft (B) is applicable for Class B extinguishers in moderate hazards.

100 ft (D) exceeds NFPA 10 limits for Class A hazards.

NFPA 10, Section 6.2.1.2: Travel distance requirements for Class A fire extinguishers.

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12 comments · newest first

Tamra 3 months ago

I lean towards C) 75 ft. Gives more coverage in larger spaces.

Ira 3 months ago

I feel like it should be A) 30 ft. Shorter distance is safer.

Lynsey 3 months ago

I think it's B) 50 ft. Seems reasonable for low hazard.

Jacki 3 months ago

Yup, 75 ft is correct for low hazard areas.

Ulysses 3 months ago

Wait, really? 75 ft? That seems excessive!

Mattie 4 months ago

Definitely 75 ft, that's standard.

Tanja 5 months ago

I thought it was 50 ft. Seems too far!

Roosevelt 5 months ago

It's 75 ft (22.8 m) for Class A extinguishers!

Timothy 6 months ago

I feel like it might be 100 ft, but I’m not certain. I remember discussing how different occupancies have different requirements.

Justine 6 months ago

I’m pretty confident it’s 30 ft for low hazard occupancies. I recall it being a smaller distance compared to higher hazards.

Horace 6 months ago

I remember practicing a question like this, and I think it was 50 ft. That sounds familiar, but I could be mixing it up with another type of occupancy.

Shawnna 6 months ago

I think the maximum travel distance for a Class A extinguisher in low hazard areas is 75 ft, but I'm not completely sure.

NFPA CFI-I Exam - Topic 3 Question 23 Discussion